Pat Brady

Pat Brady was an American actor who is best known for his roles in The Roy Rogers Show, Man from Music Mountain, and Sons of the Pioneers. He was born Robert Ellsworth O’Brady on December 31, 1914, in Toledo, Ohio, and became a prominent figure in American Western films and television.

Personal and Family Life

Brady was married twice; first to Fayetta in 1938, and later to Carol, with whom he separated before his death in 1972. He had a passion for music and played the bass fiddle with The Sons of the Pioneers. His love for performance began at a young age, as he started acting on stage at the age of four alongside his parents.

Military Service

During World War II, Pat Brady served in the United States Army as a tank crewman with the 4th Armored Division, which was part of the renowned Third Army led by General George S. Patton. His military experience added depth to his character and later roles in film and television.

Death and Legacy

Brady passed away on February 27, 1972, in Green Mountain Falls, Colorado, due to a heart attack. His legacy lives on through his memorable performances in Western films and on television, especially as a beloved character on The Roy Rogers Show.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Hands Across the Border 1944-01-05 Pat Brady (uncredited)
The Saga of Windwagon Smith 1961-03-16 Band Member
The Golden Stallion 1949-11-15 Sparrow Biffle
Trigger, Jr. 1950-06-30 Sparrow Biffle
Down Dakota Way 1949-09-09 Sparrow Biffle
Twilight in the Sierras 1950-05-20 Sparrow Biffle
Bells of Coronado 1950-01-08 Sparrow
Sons of the Pioneers 1942-07-02 Pat (as Sons of the Pioneers)
Man from Music Mountain 1943-10-30 Pat – Sons of the Pioneers
Texas Stagecoach 1940-05-23 Pat – Sons of the Pioneers
Bullets for Rustlers 1940-03-05 Pat – Sons of the Pioneers
Thundering Frontier 1940-12-05 Musician (uncredited)
The Durango Kid 1940-08-15 Pat
West of Abilene 1940-10-20 Pat, Sons of the Pioneers Band Member
South of Santa Fe 1942-02-17 Pat Brady – Member, Sons of the Pioneers
Red River Valley 1941-12-12 Pat Brady – Member, Sons of the Pioneers
Man from Cheyenne 1942-01-16 Red
Romance on the Range 1942-05-18 Pat, ranch cook
Ridin’ Down the Canyon 1942-12-30 Pat Brady – Member Sons of the Pioneers
Sunset Serenade 1942-09-14 Pat Brady – Member, Sons of the Pioneers
Heart of the Golden West 1942-11-16 Pat Brady – Member, Sons of the Pioneers
Sunset on the Desert 1942-04-01 Pat Brady – Member, Sons of the Pioneers
Call of the Canyon 1942-08-17 Sons of the Pioneers Bass Player (uncredited)
South of Caliente 1951-10-15 Pat Brady
Silver Spurs 1943-08-12 Bass Player – Sons of the Pioneers
Song of Texas 1943-06-14 Pat – Sons of the Pioneers
Idaho 1943-03-10 Son of the Pioneers
King of the Cowboys 1943-04-09 Pat – Member Sons of the Pioneers
Golden Saddles, Silver Spurs 2000-01-01 (archive footage)
Two-Fisted Rangers 1939-12-13 Pat
The Man from Sundown 1939-07-14 Pat
Night Time in Nevada 1948-09-05
Eyes of Texas 1948-06-15 Pat
Bells of San Angelo 1947-04-15 Pat
Under California Stars 1948-04-30 Pat, comical musical cowboy
Pals of the Golden West 1951-11-15 Pat (uncredited)
In Old Amarillo 1951-05-15 Cowhand – Roy Rogers Riders (uncredited)
Apache Rose 1947-02-15 Pat – Sons of the P

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